Website Server Policy
If you're working with a vendor, you may be responsible for your website hosting.
All websites requested through WashU Medicine Marketing & Communications or WashU Sites are in compliance with the server policy and receive free hosting with on-campus support.
WashU IT server policy, effective 9/15/15
All websites hosted on Washington University’s WordPress servers must be programmed by WashU Medicine Marketing & Communications , University Marketing & Communications, or an approved vendor using the WashU Web Theme or the WUSM Web Theme.
Business units that contract with a vendor to develop a website that does not use the WashU Web Theme or WUSM Web Theme are responsible for securing their own website hosting.
ALL WEBSITE RESOURCES
Editorial Style Guide
Check the official styles for abbreviations, punctuation, citations, titles and more.
Icon Library
WashU icon graphics are available in multiple formats for use on your website, print materials and more.
Media Release/Consent Forms: Photos, Video, Audio & Testimonials
Showing or quoting non-WashU people gives your message perspective. Here’s how to get permission.
New Website Requests
Use WashU Sites to create and manage your own website. It’s fast, easy and free.
Project Brief Template
Set your project up for success by starting with a project brief that gets everyone on the same page.
Vendor Guide: Websites
Remember these important steps if an agency or freelancer is building your site.
Visual Brand Guide
Your group’s story is part of the WashU brand! Use this guide to help build and benefit from our national reputation.
Web Accessibility (a11y)
Use this guide to improve your site for people of all abilities, including those using assistive technologies.
Web Address & Subdomain Guide
Your sites’s URL is its address on the web. Here’s help making it descriptive and succinct.
Web Best Practices
Visit WashU Sites for tips on Google rankings, accessibility and other website wisdom.
Web Template: Giving Page
Use this template to add an effective Giving page and call to action to your group’s website.
Website Server Policy
If you’re working with a vendor, you may be responsible for your website hosting.